toisc
Because with Toisc
Toisc introduces a reason in constructions such as toisc go raibh sé tinn. The particle sequence depends on the following clause.
How It Works
Toisc introduces a reason in constructions such as toisc go raibh sé tinn. The particle sequence depends on the following clause.
Toisc introduces a cause, commonly through toisc go plus an affirmative clause. The go part requires the appropriate dependent verb form. A negative reason uses a corresponding negative clause rather than keeping go and inserting an independent negative sentence unchanged.
Examples (3)
- D'fhan sé sa bhaile toisc go raibh sé tinn.
He stayed at home because he was ill.
- Tá mé sásta toisc go bhfuil tú anseo.
I am happy because you are here.
- Níor tháinig sí toisc nach raibh am aici.
She did not come because she had no time.
How It Connects
Learn This First
Compare another causal construction that includes a dependent go clause.
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